The name Winston is of Old English origin, derived from the words 'wine' and 'stone'. It translates to 'win's settlement' or 'meadow settlement', reflecting its geographical roots. The name became popular due to Sir Winston Churchill, the renowned British statesman and prime minister during World War II. However, it was used sporadically prior to his time, with notable historical figures like Winston S. Churchill, his grandfather and a prominent British military figure of the 19th century.
The name Winson experienced fluctuating popularity throughout the century, with significant increases observed after 1990 and another spike around the year 2000. The peak occurred in 2002 with 21 births, while the lowest point was reached in 1914 with only 5 births. Overall, there were 397 births recorded over the entire period from 1914 to 2023.